First full-service production studio launches in Saudi Arabia

The first full-service production studio has launched in Saudi Arabia, as the Kingdom’s film and entertainment industry gets a boost under the Vision 2030 economic reform plan.

According to a company statement on Monday, Nebras Films, a new 42,000 square-foot production facility aims to “develop and produce a diverse portfolio of feature films, TV series, documentaries and advertising content.”

The Riyadh-based studio will offer complete post-production services as well as art workshops, 3D animation, audio, casting, crew,equipment, props and sets.

“Production recently wrapped on the facility’s first international co-production, ‘Born a King,’ produced by Andres Gomez, directed by Agustí Villaronga and starring Ed Skrein,” the statement said.

Founded by Abdullah Al Nafisah, Nebras Films will be Saudi Arabia’s only dedicated full-service movie production studio, backed by its parent company Alnafees Holding Company.